Liverpool winger Ryan Kent is a man in demand with the former Barnsley midfielder set for another loan next season.

Up to nine Championship clubs - including Bristol City - have signalled their intent on taking the 20-year-old from the Reds for the 2017-18 season, according to the Daily Express.

With almost half the league interested in his services, the England U20 international will likely have a big decision on his hands as to where he plays next season, with Liverpool ready to lend the player to another club again.

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City head coach Lee Johnson has spoken fondly of Kent before, specifically talking (see the video above) about the winger following the Robins' pulsating 3-2 win against Barnsley at Ashton Gate back in April.

In that game, Kent proved a menace throughout the match, regularly gliding past City full-back Mark Little.

After the match, Johnson - answering a question from the Bristol Post - said that Kent 'is very difficult to play against' and had experienced a great season with the Tykes.

Ryan Kent of Barnsley (Image: Matt McNulty/JMP)

Hull City and Leeds United are believed to be leading the chase for Kent, who harbours hope that he'll be able to force his way into Jurgen Klopp's long-term plans.

Kent scored three goals in 38 games for Barnsley last season, and could still end up returning to Oakwell once again.

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Premier League Huddersfield are also credited with an interest, and their promotion could help them seal a deal.

Bristol City still hope to add at least two more players to their squad before the start of the season, with Lee Johnson having stated recently that he hopes to add a creative midfielder to replace the departed Lee Tomlin.